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BOIL DRY PROTECTION
A safety shut off device will automatically activate should the kettle be accidentally
switched
“
ON
”
without any water, or without sufficient water to cover the element, or
by allowing to boiling dry. Should the shut off device be activated, allow your kettle to
cool down for a few minutes before refilling, to permit this device to reset. This safety
protection is applicable to all models.
CAUTION
1. When using your kettle, please take note that it will get hot when the water is
boiled. Please use the handle to hold the kettle. After the kettle has switched off
automatically (or has been switched off manually) it may need time to cool down.
After 15-20 seconds, the kettle can be switched on again.
2. If the kettle ever boils dry, allow 15 minutes to cool before refilling with cold water.
CARE AND CLEANING
Always disconnect the kettle from the mains before cleaning or descaling.
1. Before cleaning, be sure the kettle is cold.
2. Clean the exterior surface of the kettle and the lid with a clean, damp cloth to
preserve its original finish. Dry with a soft cloth. Do not use steel wool pads or
harsh/abrasive cleaners.
3. Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring agents of any kind on the interior or
exterior of the kettle.
4. Do not immerse the kettle, power base or power cord and plug in water or other
liquid, and be sure that the electric kettle socket is kept dry.
5. Descale your kettle regularly (better once a week) to keep it working efficiently.
CLEANING THE FILTER
Before removing or refitting the filter, switch off the kettle and empty it. Allow it
to cool completely, and then unplug the power base from the mains supply
socket.
Note : Never operate the kettle without the filter fitted.
1. Open the lid and remove the filter from behind the spout.
2. Rinse the filter under a tap whilst brushing it with a soft brush.
3. In hard water areas, it may be necessary to descale the filter using a descaltion
agent. Use a proprietary descaling production following the manufacturer
’
s
instructions carefully.
DESCALING
For normal use descale the kettle at least twice a year following the procedure below.
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